Building A DIY Raised Garden Box What kind of wood should I use for a garden box? Cedar and redwood are common types of wood to use for planters or anything that you build outdoors. Both types of wood stand up to the elements and can be rot resistant. Ultimately though, I didn’t go...
Before beginning construction of your vegetable garden box, select an ideal location. It should be sunny with easy access to a water source. Furthermore, windy areas should be avoided; therefore it’s ideal to build your bed on flat ground; though raised beds can also be built if necessary....
How to build the frame The first step to building your planter is to make the frame that will hold it all together. 1 | Calculate the frame measurements Calculate the size of the frame by determining the inside measurements of the finished box. Note that if you are using the same 2″ ...
First, you will need to decide on your location. A garden needs at least 8 hours of sun. Make sure that there are no trees casting shade over your chosen spot to prevent sufficient sunlight, and check it multiple times throughout the day before you make that final decision on where to ...
You can build a cubby house or tree house from scratch, or you can make it a much faster job by using some of the kits I'm featuring here as well! It Is Simpler Than You Think To Build Kids Playhouse or Play Equipment In Your Garden!
How to build a rock box or pebble play pit for hours of entertainment Today I’ve got a fun end-of-summer project that I’m sure we’ll get use out of well into the fall…a DIY rock box! Whether you can this a rock play garden, a rock box, a pebble pit (the cute name our...
This window box is on the front steps to a brownstone home Brooklyn, NY. The owners entered their window box in the Greenest Block in Brooklyn contest. If you live in an apartment without outdoor space, you can garden in a window box. “But safety first: People do get killed by fallin...
This window box is on the front steps to a brownstone home Brooklyn, NY. The owners entered their window box in the Greenest Block in Brooklyn contest. If you live in an apartment without outdoor space, you can garden in a window box. “But safety first: People do get killed by fall...
In this post, I’m going to show you how I built a raised garden planter box with legs out of reclaimed wood. The other day, Jon spotted an old cedar-planked dog house that someone was throwing away. So he loaded it up and came home with it. Consider my husband officially on the...
Building a DIY window planter box is an enjoyable, rewarding, and practical project that anyone can undertake to beautify their living space. How to Build a Window Planter Box Making stunning window flower boxes can enhance the curb appeal of your home, offering a beautiful display that changes...